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IMMAGE Immunochemistry Systems Rheumatoid Factor (RF) Reagent, PN 447070 The IMMAGE Immunochemistry Systems Rheumatoid Factor (RF) reagent, in conjunction with Beckman Cal 5 Plus, is intended for use in the quantitative determination of human rheumatoid factor concentrations in human serum and plasma samples by rate nephelometry. This assay is designed for use with the IMMAGE Immunochemistry System.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: January 27, 2012 Beckman Coulter Infusion Pumps Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot# M012376 and M101865
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Beckman Coulter Inc.
Reason for Recall:
The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has confirmed customer reports of QC shifts, lot-to-lot variation, and an increase in the percent of patient samples recovering >20 IU/mL using the Lots# M012376 and M101865 of IMMAGE RF reagent. The lots identified for the RF reagent might produce false abnormal results.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

IMMAGE Immunochemistry Systems Rheumatoid Factor (RF) Reagent, PN 447070 The IMMAGE Immunochemistry Systems Rheumatoid Factor (RF) reagent, in conjunction with Beckman Cal 5 Plus, is intended for use in the quantitative determination of human rheumatoid factor concentrations in human serum and plasma samples by rate nephelometry. This assay is designed for use with the IMMAGE Immunochemistry System.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot# M012376 and M101865

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0003-2013

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